English Language and Special Educational Needs (Hons) Liverpool Hope University

Overview

The English Language and Special Educational Needs (Hons) at Liverpool Hope University provides a comprehensive exploration of linguistic structures alongside the social and cultural factors affecting disability rights. This interdisciplinary programme allows students to investigate the history and usage of language while developing the expertise required to advocate for equality and inclusion in modern society.

Why English Language and Special Educational Needs (Hons) at Liverpool Hope University?

Study in Liverpool, one of the most linguistically diverse cities in the United Kingdom, offering a rich backdrop of unique dialects and bilingual heritage and benefit from the expertise of the Centre for Culture and Disability Studies, an internationally recognised research hub and the only UK centre focused on disability and culture.

Students can access prestigious Special Collections containing rare manuscripts and books dating back to the ninth century to support your linguistic research. They can learn from a supportive team of both disabled and non-disabled academics who bring extensive professional backgrounds and research insights to the classroom and engage with a curriculum that values the contributions of disabled people, focusing on knowledge and empowerment rather than just medical needs.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 15225 per year
• National fee: GBP 9790 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

As a combined honours degree, this programme is split equally between both subjects. Modules may include:

• Linguistic Structures
• History of Language
• Disability Rights and Equality
• Political Speech Analysis
• Social and Cultural Factors in SEND
• Digital Skills for Linguists
• Independent Research Project
• Language in Society

Careers with English Language and Special Educational Needs (Hons)

Graduates from this programme are highly sought after in sectors that require strong communication skills and an understanding of diversity. Many students progress into careers within education, health, and social work, or take on roles as disability advocates within various business organisations.

The analytical and digital skills gained during the course also prepare graduates for professional pathways in journalism, law, and policing. Additionally, the degree provides a robust foundation for those wishing to pursue postgraduate study or specialised teacher training.